The UF811CO open channel non intrusive ultrasonic flow meter flow meter measures the velocity of a fluid in a river or open channel with ultrasound to accurately calculate the flow rate. This open channel flow meter incorporates transit time ultrasonic velocity measurements with level measurements to calculate the flow. All the intelligence, innovation and experience acquired by Ultraflux in 40 years of being the world’s specialists and technical experts in ultrasonic transit time measurements is incorporated into this open channel flow meter.
Submerged velocity sensors are mounted on both banks of a channel or river to measure the flow velocity. These sensors continuously emit a bi-directional, ultrasonic pulse and measure the time difference in transit speed from one side to the other. The difference in transit speed is directly proportional to the velocity. Therefore flow rate is easily calculated when the depth is measured to calculate the area of the channel. Multiple pairs of velocity sensors stacked at different elevations increases the accuracy of the velocity measurement.

Features and benefits

Ability to measure channel widths up to 30 meters. This bi-directional, open channel ultrasonic flow meter measures velocity in channels up to 30 meters wide without the need to construct a weir. It is configurable for a wide range of liquids and flow rates.

Two Chord Input enables this open channel flow meter to receive signals simultaneously from two sets of sensors. Multiple chords are often used on the same channel to obtain more precision in the velocity measurement by capturing velocities at different depths.

Unrivaled performance accuracy with velocity measurement accuracy of +/- 0.5%, measurement resolution approximately 0.1 nano second, repeatability up to 0.1%, linearity up to 0.1% and typical uncertainty on flow rate calculation from 0.5 to 5% depending on application and number of chords.

Rugged metallic enclosure with a high ingress protection rating of IP67 ensures this open channel flow meter is suitable to withstand harsh environmental conditions. The backlit display, keypad and mounting bracket facilitate quick and easy installation and setup. An ingress protection cap is provided for the USB interface.

Signal quality index using echo visualisation to verify the signal quality from each chord and identify any distortions. The outcome of corrective actions are also verified advising the operator the problem has been solved.

Connectivity with current, voltage and temperature inputs. Current, voltage, relay and pulsed outputs and MODBUS communication via a RS232, RS485 or USB serial link this open channel flow meter is perfect for integration with instrument control panels and telemetry systems.

Internal data logger with a massive memory storing 530,000 time and date stamped readings over 12 months data at 1 minute logging intervals. The logging interval is user programmable from 1 second to 24 hours. The logger can store a wide range of parameters including min flow, max flow, average flow, velocity, totalised flow and status. It provides an extensive summary of the flow conditions allowing the operator confidence in the data. With the choice of “cyclic” or “stop when the memory is full”, this open ultrasonic channel flow meter is perfect for storing data that can be retrieved for an incident investigation.

Pulse echo display shows the measurement echo for each chord. This facilitates measurement quality analysis as a useful setup and fault diagnosis tool. The feature may be used during the positioning and alignment of the sensors, assessing the adjustment of settings and to determine when sensors may require cleaning.

Status indicator LED’s on the front panel enabling the operator to quickly evaluate the current status or nature of a problem.

Ability to operate with low voltage, this open channel flow meter can be powered with renewable energy sources such as solar with a backup battery. Power supply required is 10 – 32 Volts DC.

Surge protection to protect the electronics from an increase in power supply. Over voltage protection in accordance with EN 61000-4-5.